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The Sporkful

Dan Pashman
Eating Disorders
Maria Bamford
Mental Health
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Chinese Cuisine
Duluth, Minnesota
Maximalist Dining
Michelin Guide
New Year
Food Science
Soda
Ddeokbokki
Restaurant Reviews
Ice Cream
Los Angeles
Dave Portnoy
Foodie Bros
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
Rice Crispy Treats
Tahini

3x James Beard Award winner. Named one of TIME's 100 Best Podcasts Of All Time. We obsess about food to learn more about people. It's not for foodies, it's for eaters. Hosted by Dan Pashman, inventor of the viral pasta shape cascatelli.

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Dan fills a taxi full of food and takes it to JFK Airport at sundown to break the Ramadan fast with Muslim cab drivers. What could go wrong? Plus a Texan talks about embracing her Muslim roots after 9/11 and fasting on Ramadan for the first time when... more

The London restaurant Darjeeling Express is the place to go for an outstanding mutton kebab, and for celebrity sightings. But the chef behind this hotspot has no formal culinary training. Asma Khan started her cooking career hosting secret supper clu... more

Danny Trejo is a Hollywood legend. He's been in nearly 400 films, often playing the kinds of characters you wouldn't want meet in a dark alley. When he was in his seventies, his career took a turn: The L.A. native became a successful restaurateur. Th... more

El Burrito Mercado has been a bedrock of West Side community in St. Paul for nearly 50 years. It’s changed a lot over that time, evolving from a small grocery store into a restaurant, deli, bakery, and so much more. Now, it’s had to change again, as ... more

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Recent Guests

Danny Trejo
Actor and restaurateur
Trejo's Tacos / Trejo's Cantina / Trejo's Coffee and Donuts
Episode: Danny Trejo, From Lockup to Donut Shop (Reheat)
Milissa Silva
Co-owner and CEO of El Burrito Mercado
El Burrito Mercado
Episode: When ICE Came, This Minnesota Restaurant Stepped Up
Steve Alvarez
Associate Professor of English at St. John's University, defines Taco Literacy
St. John's University
Episode: How To Read A Taco (Reheat)
Carlos Rafael
Former fishing fleet owner known as The Codfather.
Episode: Catching The Codfather
Aymann Ismail
Staff writer at Slate, reflecting on his Muslim upbringing and cultural identity.
Slate
Episode: Is Halal Pork… Possible?
Leah Koenig
Food writer and cookbook author focusing on Jewish cuisine.
Tablet
Episode: Is Halal Pork… Possible?
Gustavo Alvarez
Author of the cookbook Prison Ramen, Recipes and Stories from Behind Bars.
Episode: How Prison Ramen Saved My Life (Reheat)
Angela Fortunato
Head chef at Bubba Netta's, originally from Youngstown, Ohio
Bubba Netta's
Episode: 2 Chefs And A Lie: Canadian Prime Minister Edition (Reheat)
Ji-Hye Kim
Chef and owner of Miss Kim, with a background in ancient Korean cuisine and Midwestern ingredients
Miss Kim
Episode: 2 Chefs And A Lie: Canadian Prime Minister Edition (Reheat)

Host

Dan Pashman
Host of The Sporkful, known for his engaging discussions about food culture and culinary practices.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 5.2k ratings
  • Fun episodes

    I really enjoyed the episode with Alan Alda. The things I don’t like is Dan has a tendency to virtue signal and pat himself on his back. I would like to hear more pure stories about food and less about politics. Overall it’s a good show with some terrific concepts.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Allen0671
    United States4 months ago
  • More about social media influencers than food

    I love Dan Pashman and I’ve always enjoyed his contributions on a different podcast that truly is about food and cooking, so I was excited about him starting this podcast. But after several episodes, I was just disappointed that every episode revolved around some gimmicky social media influencer. Social media is a big corny popularity contest that is kinda like adults opting to go back to high school, and interviewing influencers is just like choosing to talk to the most popular kids instead of ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DaringDante276
    United States4 months ago
  • Enough with the cascatelli already

    I like Dan and the show in general, but I’m so tired of hearing him talk about cascatelli like it’s revolutionizing the pasta world. Hearing about what goes into the design and manufacturing of pasta was an interesting miniseries. I even did the initial preorder and have picked it up a few times when I see it in the grocery store. It’s fine, but please stop acting like it’s anything more than radiatore cut into 3 pieces 🙄

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ChiusReviews
    United States4 months ago
  • I heard about this podcast on Smash Boom Best(another great podcast) and love it!!!

    I really enjoy listening to people talk about food(I know, I’m weird) and this one is one of the best!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZenPenguin
    United States4 months ago
  • Surprising

    I’m not always interested in the name of the topic, but every episode offers something compelling. Love the pasta updates in particular.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    commonwealth25
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners often appreciate the show for its thoughtful exploration of different food narratives and cultural discussions.
Some critics mention a desire for less focus on social media influences and more on traditional culinary voices.
Positive feedback highlights the engaging storytelling and humorous approach taken by the host.
There are mixed feelings about the inclusion of political or social issues in the discussions, with some finding it enriching and others preferring a more culinary-focused narrative.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#33
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Apple Podcasts
#44
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#136
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#151
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#211
Germany/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#67
Singapore/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Catching The Codfather
Q: Why did you feel like these rules shouldn't be followed?
Carlos argues it wasn't about the money but about ensuring his employees could support their families, implying that the regulations forced him to break the law to keep his business afloat.
Catching The Codfather
Q: Can you tell me about how you did ultimately get arrested?
Carlos Rafael discusses that it all started a few years back when he wanted to sell his business, feeling that he had made it and wanted to pass it on to his daughter.
Is Halal Pork… Possible?
Q: What do you think of Impossible Pork?
Aymann shares his mixed feelings, indicating curiosity but also the conflict it brings regarding his faith and identity.
Is Halal Pork… Possible?
Q: What relationship did you have with pork growing up?
Aymann describes that he was aware he wasn't allowed to eat pork but had no temptation toward it, as his community provided diverse and appealing food options.
2 Chefs And A Lie: Canadian Prime Minister Edition (Reheat)
Q: What is the secret to keeping ddeokbokki crispy even after being in sauce or broth?
Our version is sautéed quickly with intensely flavored sauce but not too much sauce, so it stays crispy.

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Focused on the exploration of food and its cultural implications, listeners are taken on a journey through personal stories and broader societal themes. Topics range from the complexities of culinary traditions across cultures, such as kosher and halal practices, to lighter discussions about food in popular media. A distinctive feature is the intertwining of humor and culinary insights, with episodes that reflect on personal narratives, family dynamics, and unique perspectives on food's role in human connection and identity. This approach offers a nuanced look at food from multiple angles, making it accessible and relatable to a diverse audience.

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Recent guests on The Sporkful include:

1. Danny Trejo
2. Milissa Silva
3. Steve Alvarez
4. Carlos Rafael
5. Aymann Ismail
6. Leah Koenig
7. Gustavo Alvarez
8. Angela Fortunato

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